Tomlinson Hill, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tomlinson Hill, Texas
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Gas station and closed restaurant at junction with Highway 7
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 Tomlinson Hill, Texas
Location in Texas
Tomlinson Hill, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States of America |
| State |  Texas |
| County |  Falls |
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(2000)
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| • Total | 64 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76661
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| Area code(s) | 254 |
Tomlinson Hill is a very small place in Falls County, Texas, United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that is not officially part of a town or city. It is located about 7.5 miles west of Marlin. You can find it near the junction of State Highway 320 and State Highway 7.
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The Story of Tomlinson Hill
How Tomlinson Hill Got Its Name
Tomlinson Hill was named after a man named James K. Tomlinson. He was from Georgia and moved to this area with his family in the 1850s.
A Special Connection to History
After slavery ended in the United States, many people who had been enslaved by Tomlinson chose to take his last name. This was a common practice at the time. Most of the Tomlinson families have since moved away. However, some still live there. One famous person with a connection to Tomlinson Hill is LaDainian Tomlinson. He was a very well-known player in the National Football League (NFL). His father, Oliver Tomlinson, lived in Tomlinson Hill.
Changes Over Time in Tomlinson Hill
Life in Tomlinson Hill has changed a lot over the years.
- In 1933, there was a school with 51 students.
- By the 1940s, the community had four businesses, a school, and many houses.
- But by the 1980s, most of the businesses were gone. There was only one business and a church left.
- In 2000, only 64 people lived there.
Tomlinson Hill was also the place where the Old Settlers and Veterans Association of Falls County held their yearly meeting. This group helped remember the history of the area and its people.
Exploring the Past: A Documentary
In 2012, a special documentary film was made about Tomlinson Hill. It featured two people, Chris Tomlinson and Loreane Tomlinson. They are both descendants of the original Tomlinson families. The film was directed by Lisa Kaselak. It helped tell the story of this unique community.
